We choose our battles or we embrace every single cause at once according to our personalities, our values, our beliefs… Basically, we’re becoming more aware.

Even the smallest of acts is important.

Obviously, they’re as good on our conscience as they are for the environment.

Being eco-friendly is good for the soul.

It feels good to do good, doesn’t it?

We’re being more and more careful with the world, but less and less with the people who live in it.

I think it is time for us to roll up our sleeves and start being more conscious about our planet and our environment.

Our environment means you and me.

Let’s be green.

Let’s be kind.

Let’s be kind and green!

When I think I need something, I force myself to really think about it, and I ask a few questions:

Do I really need it?

Is it really necessary to add this thing to our beautiful planet?

How can I have the least amount of negative impact?

Can I find it used or second-hand?

Otherwise, my ultimate solution: goodwill.

My friends, goodwill is the future. Without it, we won’t get anywhere! Even by being eco-responsible. Without goodwill, it ain’t gonna happen.

So, as you can see, I like goodwill. I want it in every aspect of my life. It encompasses tolerance, charity, sharing, selflessness, mutual aid, and indulgence.

A huge bouquet of happiness!

And it’s available to all.

Every speech about being green should include a goodwill component. Being kind to our planet, but also to ourselves.

Humankind.

When I’m being kind to my planet and the people on it, I actually take the time to look around at how bountiful it is.

I take the time to say hello. I take the time to be kind. I take the time to encourage others. Just because it feels good.

I encourage you to buy locally.

You grow apples? I’ll buy your apples.

You don’t have to travel far, because I live so close to you. And just like that, you use less gas to deliver your delicious apples to the market. And like me, you are kind as well, so you treat your employees will all the respect they deserve. Plus, because you’re close, we can go see how your apples grow.

And so on and so forth.

See where I’m going with this?

You brew beer? Make canned tomatoes? Stained glass and mosaics?

Your maple trees yield amazing syrup?

Your land grows juicy strawberries in the summer?

Your neighbours sell beautiful wool mittens when the cold hits?

A friend of a friend makes long sleeve shirts with hilarious graphics?